DJEHB

You think banning abortion is “wokeness”?

My current steeds. Couldn’t resist a mega deal on a new rise in the sale, swapped over the full spec from my old one. Just finished building an airdrop fade once again. Regretted selling my last one and those that know me are aware quite how much I like a yellow frame. Think I’ve painted 4 inspired’s the same yellow.

Bren only did 1 run, after seeing 95 there was no point taking that level of risk I imagine. Judging is beyond a joke

After a week of riding serious elevation and distance in the lakes, I realised the levo SL wasn’t cutting it for me.. 35nm vs my dad’s 90nm was a real struggle. I decided I wanted to stick with a lightweight eeb but with more power, the Orbea Rise has been the perfect bike for my needs. I’ve just tipped 1100 miles on this enduro eeb beast, absolutely love it for all types of riding. I’ve decked it out with some silly spec, because who doesn’t love throwing money away: i9 hydras on Roval carbon rims Hope tech 4 V4s 5dev cranks Hope f22s Hope gravity stem Oneup bars EXT Storia V3 2023 36 grip2 Fox transfer XTR cassette, XT shifting Conti Kryptotal / Argotal King headset

I built a (2020?) hex to around 9.3kg. Ti cranks Ti bolts and brake fittings Ti pedal axles Carbon bars Carbon rims

Was a lovely rig actually, and surprisingly no damage at all. In fact looking at the photos, I recall I did fit the warranty set but changed them after a month or so for peace of mind. I now run holey moley cranks on my e bike and have the same worry haha

The lightest 26” I managed to build was my Limey 4, just tipped over 7.5kg’s at this point and was a superb riding bike! Did have a crank snap so moved to try-all. Full titanium hardware throughout. I was a good 85kgs back then and rode it almost daily.

Cheers dude and sorry to hear you’ve had the same! I’m very lucky to have got away with the minor injuries I did. BB is lower since switching to the 100mm fork, rides much better. I’ll get a decent outdoor photo once I’m back in action. A couple of changes to the eeb of late also: - black tape over all frame logos - tech 4 V4s (insane power) - gravity stem - one up 35mm risers - stripped the cascade link raw - new motor - vittoria Mazza’s f + r, enduro casing Quite glad to see the back of the purple.

That Forbidden is stunning, Druid? I think this is my new favourite bike, made quite a few adjustments since last post: - built up an i9 hydra for the rear (thanks Tarts for speedy delivery!) - pike DJ forks - new longer rear hose - removed front brake - Burgtec 30t sprocket - shadow supreme chain - 14t rear - Burgtec saddle - stripped the stem and spacers silver - ODI longnecks - cut down seatpost Had an absolutely huge slam at the pump track on Saturday.. 2 front teeth smashed through my face, broken ribs and many other minor injurys. Helmet saved me big time. Anyways, plenty of time on my hands this week so figured I’d do a post.

That Forbidden is stunning, Druid? I think this is my new favourite bike, made quite a few adjustments since last post: - built up an i9 hydra for the rear (thanks Tarts for speedy delivery!) - pike DJ forks - new longer rear hose - removed front brake - Burgtec 30t sprocket - shadow supreme chain - 14t rear - Burgtec saddle - stripped the stem and spacers silver - ODI longnecks - cut down seatpost Had an absolutely huge slam at the pump track on Saturday.. 2 front teeth smashed through my face, broken ribs and many other minor injurys. Helmet saved me big time. Anyways, plenty of time on my hands this week so figured I’d do a post.

Decided to try something a bit different. MTB and trials is my passion, so I’m keen to see if this will float somewhere in the middle. Pretty much all hope + Burgtec spec. Planning to strip the stem and spacers silver and probably fit a pivotal off my old hex. Some great parks and pump tracks around me, and some great trails nearby

Absolute beauty that Matt

An icy spin down the local this morning, trying to shake off a cold but no surprises I’m now feeling worse

Proving he's still the boss. First trials video I've enjoyed in a long time!

I would put money on gorilla tape doing the job